Transferring MATLAB to another computer is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide: 1. **Backup Your MATLAB Files**: First, ensure you save all your personal MATLAB files, such as scripts, projects, and custom toolboxes. These files are usually stored in the "My Documents\MATLAB" folder or a location you've customized. 2. **Deactivate Current Installation**: If your MATLAB license allows for multiple installations, you'll need to deactivate it from the current computer. To do this, open MATLAB, then go to "Help" > "Manage Licenses". Choose "Deactivate Licenses" and follow the on-screen instructions. 3. **Export License File**: After deactivation, you'll need the license file (.lic) to activate MATLAB on the new computer. You can find this file in the MATLAB installation directory, typically in "C:\Program Files\MATLAB\R20XXa\license". Copy this file to a secure location. 4. **Install MATLAB on New Computer**: Download and install MATLAB on the new computer from the MathWorks website. Make sure to choose the same version that you had on the old computer. 5. **Activate with License File**: During the activation process, instead of activating online, choose "Activate Manually Using the Internet". Locate the copied .lic file and use it to activate MATLAB. 6. **Transfer Personal Files**: Now, transfer your saved MATLAB files to the corresponding folders in the "My Documents\MATLAB" directory on the new computer. 7. **Reinstall Add-Ons and Toolboxes**: If you have any add-ons or toolboxes, reinstall them on the new computer using the MATLAB Add-On Explorer or by downloading them from the MathWorks website. Remember, your MATLAB license might have restrictions on the number of installations or the frequency of deactivations. Always check your license agreement for specific terms and conditions.

Yes, you can transfer MATLAB from one computer to another. Here's the general process: 1. **Uninstall MATLAB** from the first computer: Go to the Control Panel (Windows) or Applications folder (Mac), find the MATLAB entry, and follow the standard uninstall procedure. 2. **Backup your licenses**: Before uninstalling, make sure to backup your license files. These are typically located in the `licenses` folder within the MATLAB installation directory. If you're using a network license, you don't need to do this step. 3. **Copy Personal Folders**: If you have any customizations, such as M-files, toolboxes, or settings saved in the MATLAB user folder, copy this folder to a safe place. On Windows, it's usually under `C:\Users\\AppData\Roaming\MathWorks\MATLAB`. On Mac, it's in `~/Library/Preferences/MathWorks/MATLAB`. 4. **Install MATLAB** on the second computer: Obtain a new installation media or download the installer from the MathWorks website using your account. Run the installer and follow the instructions. 5. **Activate with your license**: During the activation process, use your MathWorks account credentials and the license key(s) to activate MATLAB on the new computer. If you have a network license, you'll need to connect to the license server. 6. **Restore Personal Folders**: After installation, copy back your personal folders with customizations into the corresponding MATLAB user folder on the new computer. Remember that your license agreement might have specific terms regarding the number of installations or concurrent usage. Always check the MathWorks licensing terms for the most up-to-date information.

Q: "Hello, I've just bought a new computer. I wonder if there's a way to use MATLAB on this new computer or transfer it from my old one?"

A: Yes, this article will guide you through transferring your Matlab to a new computer without needing to reinstall it. You'll also learn how to move a Matlab license from one computer to another, ensuring a smooth transition of your software, configurations, or other data to your new device.

One automatic way is to use the Todo PCTrans tool – a user-friendly PC transfer utility that moves programs, files, and settings to a new device. With its help, you can also migrate licenses to another computer. The old-fashioned solution implies deactivation-uninstallation-reinstallation.

Begin with the detailed steps to operate the Matlab software in Windows 10/8.1/8/7/XP/Vista operating systems.

Transferring MATLAB Software/Licenses to Another Computer using Todo PCTrans Tool

Step 1: Run Todo PCTrans on both computers

Download Todo PCTrans, and you'll be taken to the PC-to-PC interface.

Step 2: Choose the transfer direction - from your old computer or to your new one.

"This is a new computer" - Transfer all data from the old remote computer to the current new one.

"This is the old computer" - Transfer all data from the current old device to the new one.

Select transfer direction

Step 3: Connect the two computers

1. Select the target computer to connect to either by IP address or device name, then click "Connect".

2. Type the target computer's login password, then click OK to confirm.

If the target PC is not listed, you can also click Add PC to manually connect to it by entering its IP address or device name.

Step 4: Select the applications, programs, and software to transfer to the target computer

You choose and select what you want to transfer from the current computer to the target computer.

2. After selecting the apps and data you want to transfer, click on “Transfer” to start the process.

Transfer apps from PC to PC

Is your software transfer complete? If you're wondering how to copy programs to another computer, read the recommended article above, or check out the alternative method in Part 2.

How to Transfer Programs and Installed Software to Another Computer

On this page, you'll find easy-to-follow steps to conveniently copy and transfer your software to another computer in just a few simple steps.

Manually Migrating MATLAB Software/Licenses in Windows 10 (UTF-8)

Step 1: Deactivate your MATLAB license on the old computer.

Start MATLAB. > On the toolbar, click Help > select Licensing > and then select Deactivate Software....

Step 2: Reinstall Matlab on your new computer.

Go to the official website and log in to your account. > Download the latest version. > Choose the platform you want to install it on. > Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.

Step 3: Reactivate the MATLAB license.

Go to the Help menu, and then click the drop-down arrow and select License. Choose Activate Software.

Conclusions

Which methods would you like to try? I recommend using the Todo PCTrans tool, as it performs well in program transfer. If you have any issues, please reach out to their support. We're looking forward to your message!